
Visual Cοmрuting
(Starting: Winter Semester)
- Starting
- Winter Semester
- Mode of Admission:
- no admission restriction
- Application:
- Uni-assist
- Study Mode:
- On campus
- Registration Fee & Tuition Information:
- uni-assist Fees: €75 for the first application, €30 for each additional application (in the given semester).
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Course Description
The M.Sc. Visual Computing at Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg offers an advanced education in visualization, computer graphics, and computer vision. Students gain expertise in cutting-edge techniques, from medical imaging to augmented reality, using state-of-the-art facilities and a research-driven curriculum. This program prepares graduates for careers in academia and industry, addressing challenges in fields such as autonomous driving, special effects, and game development.

This program is designed for students with a background in computer science, engineering, mathematics, or physics who seek in-depth knowledge of visual computing. Ideal candidates have prior coursework in computer graphics, image processing, or related fields and wish to advance their expertise in visualization, machine learning, and computer vision. Strong analytical skills and a passion for innovation are essential.
Special Program Features
Hands-On Research from Day One
From the start, you engage in real-world research, contributing to innovative projects in visualization, graphics, and AI, often alongside industry partners and leading institutes.
Interdisciplinary Course Selection
Expand your expertise beyond computing by selecting electives in mathematics, engineering, and biomedical sciences, strengthening your profile for careers in diverse high-tech fields.
Strong Emphasis on Independent Learning
Develop critical thinking and independent research skills, with few mandatory courses after the first semester, so you can shape your academic path around your career goals.
Accreditations

System Accreditation
System Accreditation
System accreditation is the internal quality assurance system of a state or state-recognized higher education institution in Germany. With system accreditation, a higher education institution receives the right to award the seal of the Accreditation Council for its self-assessed study programs.
Requirements
Qualification Requirements
The application requirements for the study program in "Visual Cοmрuting" are:
The applicant must have a Bachelor of Science degree of at least at least 180 ECTS in Computer Visualistics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Business Informatics or another first professionally qualifying university degree in a comparable field.
Minimum average grade of 2.5 in previous degree (adjusted to German grading scheme)
English language level of C1 according to Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)
Language Requirements
The following certificates are recognized as proof of your language proficiency.
Application & Admission
Application Deadlines
Other EU Students 
| Intake | Winter Semester |
| Application deadline | 15 Mayin > 11 months |
| Application mode | Uni-assist |
| Application fee | uni-assist Fees: €75 for the first application, €30 for each additional application (in the given semester). |
Application Procedure & Selection
Application Documents
- Registration for enrollment from the online application
- A certificate of exmatriculation (can be submitted latеr)
Officially certified copy of the higher education entrance qualification (certificate of higher education entrance qualificatiοn)
Proof of foreign language skills (e.g. Toefl tеst)
Certificate of study progress (a chronological list of your previous university historу)
GRE test scorе
Location

Further Information
Your Personal Contact
Prof. Dr. Christian Hansen
Program coordinator
Universitätsplatz 2
G82-162
39106 Magdeburg
Contact Details:
+49 391 67-52861
[email protected]
For more information please check the
Course Website

